Partner or Of Counsel, LIHTC

About the Role

A senior transactional attorney will lead complex affordable housing matters for a collaborative legal team. This role supports developers through the full deal lifecycle and contributes to the growth of the practice.

What You'll Do

• Lead affordable housing transactions involving 4% and 9% LIHTC allocations, tax-exempt bond financing, and multiple funding sources from engagement through closing.

• Manage client relationships and deal execution for for-profit and nonprofit developers throughout the development process.

• Draft, negotiate, and close partnership agreements, operating agreements, loan documents, and complex financing instruments.

• Structure transactions involving Section 42 LIHTC and Section 142 tax-exempt private activity bond rules.

• Supervise associates and paralegals, manage deal teams, and contribute to training and practice development.

What We're Looking For

• Juris Doctor from an accredited law school and 8 or more years of affordable housing and LIHTC transactional experience.

• Law firm experience and a record of independently managing LIHTC transactions from engagement through closing.

• Strong knowledge of Section 42 and Section 142, including 4% and 9% LIHTC deals, tax-exempt bonds, and multi-source financing closings.

• Experience drafting and negotiating partnership agreements, operating agreements, and loan documents, and managing developer relationships.

• Experience supervising legal teams; an active law license in good standing and New York admission or willingness to obtain it.

• A collaborative approach suited to a flat team environment. Experience with HUD programs, GSE financing, or GP/LP acquisitions is a plus.

Compensation & Benefits

Base salary: $300,000 to $400,000 annually. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Location

Remote within the United States, with New York City as the primary location. Periodic visits to the New York City or Buffalo office are expected.